Well, by this time someone thought you might have sleep apnea and sent you to the sleep lab. You put on all the wires, belts, cannulas and probes– making you fell like neo waking up (matrix reference). 718 more words

CPAP stands for continuous positive airway pressure. Its meant to act as an airway “splint” to keep the upper airway open. This, in turn, prevents any apeas (ie interruptions in breathing) that can interrupt sleep. 425 more words

Historically snoring has been a punchline frequently portrayed in movies and cartoons. Showing a character snoring will frequently result in at least a giggle from the intended audience. 320 more words

Due to an aging population, higher rates of obesity and an increase in the overall number of surgical procedures, more surgical patients are likely to present with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). 1,477 more words